Status:
valid
Authors:
C.B.Rob.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 6: 207 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000237175
Common Names
- Macgregorii Antidesma
- Antidesma Macgregorii
- Macgregorii Antidesma
Description
Antidesma macgregorii (also called MacGregor's Antidesma, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Phyllanthaceae. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Antidesma macgregorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its fruits are edible and can be used to make jams and jellies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Antidesma macgregorii has small, bell-shaped flowers with yellow and purple petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.
Cultivation and Propagation
Antidesma macgregorii is a terrestrial shrub native to India. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a well-draining medium. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed.
Where to Find Antidesma macgregorii
Antidesma macgregorii can be found in the tropical regions of South and Central America, including Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia.
Antidesma macgregorii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antidesma macgregorii?
Antidesma macgregorii
What type of plant is Antidesma macgregorii?
Antidesma macgregorii is a type of shrub
Where is Antidesma macgregorii native to?
Antidesma macgregorii is native to Southeast Asia
Species in the Antidesma genus
Antidesma acidum,
Antidesma alexiteria,
Antidesma ambiguum,
Antidesma annamense,
Antidesma baccatum,
Antidesma brachybotrys,
Antidesma brevipes,
Antidesma bunius,
Antidesma catanduanense,
Antidesma celebicum,
Antidesma chalaranthum,
Antidesma chonmon,
Antidesma cochinchinense,
Antidesma comptum,
Antidesma concinnum,
Antidesma contractum,
Antidesma coriaceum,
Antidesma costulatum,
Antidesma cruciforme,
Antidesma curranii,
Antidesma cuspidatum,
Antidesma dallachyanum,
Antidesma digitaliforme,
Antidesma eberhardtii,
Antidesma edule,
Antidesma elassophyllum,
Antidesma elbertii,
Antidesma erostre,
Antidesma excavatum,
Antidesma ferrugineum,
Antidesma fleuryi,
Antidesma forbesii,
Antidesma fordii,
Antidesma fruticosum,
Antidesma fruticulosum,
Antidesma ghaesembilla,
Antidesma gillespieanum,
Antidesma hainanense,
Antidesma helferi,
Antidesma heterophyllum,
Antidesma japonicum,
Antidesma jucundum,
Antidesma kapuae,
Antidesma khasianum,
Antidesma kunstleri,
Antidesma laciniatum,
Antidesma laurifolium,
Antidesma leucocladon,
Antidesma leucopodum,
Antidesma macgregorii,
Species in the Phyllanthaceae family
Actephila alanbakeri,
Actephila saccata,
Actephila albidula,
Actephila anthelminthica,
Actephila aurantiaca,
Actephila collinsiae,
Actephila daii,
Actephila dolichopoda,
Actephila excelsa,
Actephila foetida,
Actephila grandifolia,
Actephila latifolia,
Actephila lindleyi,
Actephila longipedicellata,
Actephila macrantha,
Actephila mearsii,
Actephila merrilliana,
Actephila mooreana,
Actephila nitidula,
Actephila ovalis,
Actephila petiolaris,
Actephila pierrei,
Actephila platysepala,
Actephila puberula,
Actephila sessilifolia,
Actephila subsessilis,
Actephila trichogyna,
Actephila bella,
Actephila championiae,
Actephila flavescens,
Actephila plicata,
Actephila traceyi,
Actephila venusta,
Actephila vernicosa,
Actephila forsteri,
Amanoa almerindae,
Amanoa anomala,
Amanoa bracteosa,
Amanoa caribaea,
Amanoa congesta,
Amanoa cupatensis,
Amanoa glaucophylla,
Amanoa gracillima,
Amanoa guianensis,
Amanoa muricata,
Amanoa nanayensis,
Amanoa neglecta,
Amanoa oblongifolia,
Amanoa sinuosa,
Amanoa steyermarkii,